Global Compensation Manager

AIT Worldwide Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Health Savings

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Global Compensation Manager to oversee our compensation structure worldwide. This role requires leading programs, analyzing market data, and guiding annual planning to stay competitive across regions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in compensation, strong regulatory knowledge, and excels at cross-functional collaboration, data modeling, and training teams. We offer global exposure and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive compensation/total rewards experience.
• 3+ years supporting compensation across multiple countries or regions.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and implementation of compensation plans and structures across global regions.
• Support the delivery of analytics, data modeling and costing of pay programs and other business projects.
• Guide annual compensation planning process to ensure competitiveness and alignment with the company's philosophy.
• Lead compensation-related technology projects to enhance efficiency.
• Maintains organization work structure by managing the system, process, and requirements for updating job descriptions.
• Manage timely compensation survey participation and related data submissions including pay equity, EEOC, WC codes.
• Responsible for maintaining compensation data in HR systems including positions, titles, wage ranges and geographic zones.
• Analyzes global labor market trends to inform decision making.
• Be the subject matter expert on global compensation and train team members.

Skills

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The Global Compensation Manager is responsible for oversight and management of the company's global compensation structure, processes, and policies in line with the overall philosophy. This involves reviewing and understanding the current and upcoming competitive markets for pay. In addition, the Global Compensation Manager plans, supports the implementation of new and revised compensation programs, policies and procedures to align with the company's goals and competitive practices. This position will have expert knowledge in broad-based compensation, sales compensation, job architecture, and knowledge/experience of the competitive landscape globally. Provide consultative skills to HR, engagement with business leaders, strong program and project management abilities, excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to be innovative and flexible; solve challenging problems; deliver strategic long-term solutions; build internal tools and resources; lead and coach individuals and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and implementation of compensation plans and structures across global regions
• Support the delivery of analytics, data modeling and costing of pay programs and other business projects (i.e. restructures)
• Guide annual compensation planning process to ensure successful delivery, competitiveness, and alignment with the company's compensation philosophy
• Lead compensation-related technology projects to enhance efficiency
• Maintains organization work structure by managing the system, process, and requirements for updating job descriptions for all positions. This includes reviewing requests for new or revised classifications to determine appropriate job level and salary grade assignment.
• Manage timely and accurate compensation survey participation as well as other related data submission including, but not limited to, pay equity, EEOC, Workers Compensation, etc.
• Responsible for maintaining compensation related data in all related HR systems including, but not limited to positions, titles, compensation levels, wage ranges, geographic zones, EEO and WC codes
• Assesses global competitive labor market trends. Analyzes survey reports, trends, and conducts analysis for decision making
• Prepare, update, and recommend new or improvements to existing compensation policies and procedures and ensures compliance with global laws and regulations
• Provide insight in trends to drive compensation strategic decisions
• Be the subject matter expert on all matters related to global compensation
• Trains, coaches, mentors, and develops team members
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $114,540.00-$171,800.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related disciplined. (Required)

Experience

7+ years progressive compensation/total rewards experience

3+ years supporting compensation across multiple countries or regions

Demonstrated Experience Independently Leading Major Compensation Programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and communication skills High
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. High
• Proficient in analytical skills. High
• Knowledge of HR regulatory and statutory requirements in terms of compensation High
• Ability to train others. High
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills. High
• Knowledge and understanding of HCM systems. Medium
• Maintains progressive knowledge of global compensation best practices High
• Knowledge of compensation principles and procedures. High

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) - Human Resources\Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) (Preferred)

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.